The US Air Force and the FAA will establish joint agency goals to reduce aircrew shortage and encourage new recruits. The Air Force and Federal Aviation Administration announced a joint effort to tackle a national aircrew shortage. They hope to inspire new generations to join and improve health and safety within ...
Armed Forces Minister Mark Lancaster visited Washington DC to discuss the USA and UK partnership ahead of the 75th anniversary of D-Day. During the visit, armed forces minister Mr Lancaster met with his counterparts the secretaries of each of the US Services, Secretary for the Air Force Dr Heather Wilson, Secretary ...
The US Navy has declared Initial Operation Capability for its 2nd fleet ahead of its first European deployment. U.S. 2nd Fleet declared the command has achieved initial operation capability (IOC) May 29, less than one year after being established by senior military leaders. Vice Adm. Andrew “Woody” Lewis, commander, U.S. ...
Fighting Falcons from the US Air Force trained with Strike Eagles at RAF Lakenheath to strengthen their partnership. The 93rd Fighter Squadron F-16C Fighting Falcons and 482nd Fighter Wing support personnel from Homestead Air Reserve Base, Florida, participated in Dissimilar Air Combat Training at RAF Lakenheath. The two-week training course aimed ...